News bites, January 2015

This article was originally published in January 2015

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GE Drought-tolerant corn?

Is Monsanto’s genetically engineered corn really more “drought tolerant” than traditional corn? And can GE crops really feed Africa?

Letters to the editor, January 2015

Healthful makeup at PCC, Driscoll’s berry boycott, BPA in food packaging, and more

Rice advisory

Consumer Reports scientists have released new guidelines to minimize exposure to arsenic in rice foods. The guidelines are particularly significant for pregnant and nursing women, and children.